Making Waves - Breaker NOVEMBER 2016 EditionFrom the Head Coach:

Head Coaches ReportWell done to all who competed at last week’s 7-10 Championship representing Metro North. All swimmers acquitted themselves well. Of note was the performance of Amelie Vulich who won gold in the 9-year-old 50m Backstroke. My last swimmer to win that event was Hayley Baker back in 2004. Hayley has since once gone on to represent Australia in the 2015 World Championships in the 200m Backstroke.

Also, a huge congratulation to Katie Grounds, who was our sole representative at the 2016 Australian Open Short Course Championships. Apart from stretching poolside with Mack Horton, warming up in Cameron McEvoy’s lane and sharing the marshalling room with Bronte Campbell, Katie swam magnificently to record a personal best time and was the 16th placed Australian.

Timetable Alterations To give our younger swimmers some opportunity to train Long Course in preparation for the Victorian Age Championships, the following changes will take place:

Saturday 19th Nov – All ND, SP and JSA swimmers who have qualified for Vic Age Champs (plus those expecting to qualify in Echuca) will train from 6:45-8:30am at WaterMarc, whilst ND, SP and JSA swimmers who are not racing at Vic Age Champs will train at Eltham College.

Saturday 3rd Dec - EC Vic Age Team to train at WaterMarc 6:45-8:30am. All other ND, SP and JSA swimmers are to train at Eltham College.

Friday 9th Dec - EC Vic Age Team to train at MSAC 9-10:30am. Normal timetable will also be available.

Date Meet Squads Venue Comments

Sun 27th Nov Echuca All Echuca Aquatic Centre Enter events to qualify for States

Alex/Tim

10th-15th Dec Vic Age LC Champs

Qualifiers MSAC Outdoor Alex/Various

MEET TIPS• See your coach before and after each race to clarify race plan and receive feedback

• Keep warm after your warmup – pants, jackets, footwear and even deck coats should be worn post warm up. These should be kept on until the last moment before racing

• Swim down after each race. 10-15 min of continuous swimming. If a swim down pool is not available, keep the body moving. Avoid sitting down

• Maintain hydration – Drink small amounts of fluid regularly throughout the meet

• Bring healthy snacks – Fruit, Vegetables, Seeds, Nuts, Dips. Avoid processed/packaged foods

COMMUNICATIONPreferred communication with me is via email. swimcoachalex@outlook.com I will always aim to get back to you as soon as possible.

Alex Hirschauer

Head Coach

EC Waves

Meet Roster

It was with great pleasure that EC Waves accepted a grant for $1,320 from the Bendigo Bank last Wednesday evening.   The funds will go towards purchase of 4 new Auto-coach timers and assist in our efforts to hold ‘mini meets’ with other competitive clubs in the area.The committee has worked hard to vitalize the relationship with the Bendigo Bank and look forward to having them on board and further involved in club events.    I am pleased to report that we had one of the biggest contingents in attendance on the night, and our young swimmers represented EC Waves with incredible professionalism.    

Jackie Bianco-HillCommittee Rep.

Thanks and Congratulations must go to Jackie HILL for her hard work, time and effort in obtaining this grant for our club.

Thank you Jackie!

Thank you

We are pleased to announce that, thanks to Mike and his team, we have now launched our new Website! We would like to encourage all EC Waves members to add the site to your favourites bar and visit it often so as it will soon appear in Google searches etc.

Please let us know if you have any ideas for additional content!

https://ecwaves.swimming.org.au

What to bring to Echuca!Folding Chairs

Picnic Rug Insect Repellant

Sun Screen Money for Lunch ($5 per person)

*Parking - We suggest you check the signage carefully as many of the restrictions apply on a Sunday too!

*The Committee will be organising lunch on the Sunday. Wraps and fruit will be available at a cost of $5 per person which is payable on the day. There will be a list on pool deck so if you could please indicate numbers for catering purposes that would be great. Due to the limited resources we will have available, those with allergies will need to provide their  own food on this occasion. 

*Please remember to let Michele know ASAP how many for dinner and canoeing activity as we need to confirm numbers forthwith! mgiblett@hotmail.com -Those canoeing need please arrive at 1pm to sort out appropriate canoes, life jackets etc.  We may need to have some adult canoeists to assist with the littler paddlers just to make sure that the group can stick together...

Saturday 26th

1.30 – 2.30pm Canoeing – Echuca Boat & Canoe Hire, Victoria Park Boat Ramp - $10 each3.15 – 4.15pm Familiarisation session at the Echuca War Memorial Aquatic Centre, cnr High & Service Streets Cost is $3.30 per person.

6.30pm Dinner at the Echuca Moama RSL Club, Merool Road, Moama

Sunday 27th – Echuca Swimming Club Annual Carnival9.30 am start (warm up from 8.30am)

EC Waves - THE BAND! Some of our SP swimmers have decided to come together and

create……. THE EC WAVES BAND!

You may not have been aware of how many talented musicians we have at our club, but you will soon find out! The idea is for the Band to perform a couple of times a year, probably at the Christmas Party and Presentation night. The swimmers have already allocated many of the roles, so singer, Sax, and drums are taken. but if you are in JSA or above, able to read music, play your instrument well and would like to be involved, please let, Ruby, Nathan or Cambel know and they will make sure they keep you in the loop regarding rehearsals. (There won’t be too many and will most likely be slotted in before training times). Guitar players are especially needed. Or, if you can’t catch the Band at training, you can give Tammi a call on 0410698001 if you need more info.

FLEXI MEMBERSHIPAn MSH Flexi membership is an affordable annual membership that provides discounted entry to MSAC, SNHC and Lakeside Stadium, discounts on food and sports clothes and equipment, parking privileges and exclusive offers. It is our way to recognise those that use our facilities.Price: $75 per yearBenefits of Flexi membership:• 15% discount on most full price entry at MSAC and Lakeside Stadium• Up to 15% discount on Multi-Visit Access Pass purchases at MSAC, SNHC and Lakeside Stadium• 10% discount at the SNHC café and bar• 10% discount at the MSAC Speedo Store• 10% discount on courses at the MSAC Institute of Training• Exclusive members offers, events and communications• Car parking permit for up to 3 hours free parking• Up to $25 worth of free value for new members• Smart-card technology that provides members with ease of access and a system within venues that links all activities and purchases on one membership.Choose your starter pack (Any 1):• 4 free swims (MSAC)• 2 free gym passes (MSAC)• 2 free stadium sport passes (MSAC) – Off peak times only• 6 free casual Basketball entries (MSAC)• 5 free Athletic Entries (Lakeside Stadium)• 5 free Netball Entries (SNHC) 

MSAC FLEXI MEMBERSHIP Were you aware that MSAC have a Flexi Membership Option which is $75 per year and

includes Free parking? Food for thought for those of us who are in at MSAC most weekends! Cheaper than the $5 daily rate.

*There is also free parking in many of the streets surrounding the complex, but if you prefer the multi-level this may be for you!

Head to their website if you want to sign up:http://www.melbournesportshub.com.au/msac/flexi-membership/

Id like to congratulate the following swimmers on their great achievements at the 7-10 Metro Finals Competition over the weekend: Molly Brennin, Isaac Brennin, Matilda Barber, Max Kelly and Seth Hill. A special mention to Amelie Vulich on placing 1st in the 50m Backstroke and 2nd in the 50m freestyle out of all 9 year old girls in the Metro region. Such great results from this meet, you should all be very proud! Keep up the hard work. 

Coach Jasmine

7-10 Competition

Katie in the DV Leader!

Each Month one of our coaches will nominate two swimmers to receive the ‘Swimmer of the Month’ award. Recipients will receive a certificate

and a $25 Aqua Shop voucher. Well done to this month’s winners!

Jasmine’s Swimmers of the Month!

Name: Eva OWEN Age: 14 Squad: SP Nominated for: Eva's passionate and encouraging nature is always on display in and out of the pool. She instills endless hard work and is a swimmer to look up to. Congratulations Eva, well deserved!  Other Interests: Dancing Biggest Swimming Achievement: making it into the State School final. Swimming Goal: To get a long course State time.

Name: James SUMMERTON Age: 12 Squad: District Nominated for: Since starting at EC Waves, James' technique has improved immensely, in particular his Freestyle. He is on a path to becoming a great all rounder. Congratulations James,  keep up the good work.  Other Interests: Hockey, Cricket, iPad and his PlayStation. Biggest Swimming Achievement: Finishing 3rd in the final of the 11/Under 100 breaststroke at the Tasmanian Age, Open and 11 & Under Championships in March 2016. Swimming Goal: To get a State time again.